James W. Withgott, beloved husband of Elizabeth G. “Betty”, nee Armstrong; loving father of James (Marketta), John Withgott, Jean (John) Mozzocco, Jeffrey (Karen) Withgott; proud grandfather of Jay, Elizabeth, John, Michael and Kevin; dear brother of Jeanette Forbes. Member of Masonic Lodges of Harvey and Oak Forest for over 50 years. Retired from Ingersoll/Borg Warner Company since 1981. Resting at the Zimmerman & Sandeman Orland Funeral Home, 9900 W. 143rd St., Thursday, from 3 to 9 p.m. Lying in state Friday, from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at the Orland Park United Methodist Church, 144th and West Avenue. Interment Cedar Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Orland Park United Methodist Church or the American Heart Association. Info, 708-460-7500.
